Mango nectar, canned
FDC 167785cup (251 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 36 · -45 vs Fruits & juices medianMango nectar carries a Nutrient Density Score of 36 of 100, a Low band result and rank 49 of 60 among Fruits & juices, well below the category median of 81. Its one clear standout is vitamin C at 17% DV per 100 g, a modest carryover from the fruit itself.
Nectar is thinned fruit juice cut with water and usually sugar, meant for drinking straight or mixing into smoothies rather than replacing whole fruit. A 1 cup (251 g) serving carries 12.4 g of sugar and only 0.3 g of fiber, since the pulp and skin that would normally slow the sugar down are largely processed out. Whole fruit, such as raw pears, delivers far more nutrient density for the same effort.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 51 kcal | 3% |
| Total fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 12 g | |
| Protein | 0.11 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 24 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.36 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 3 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 35 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 0.15 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 33 g | 12% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.75 g | 3% |
| Sugars | 31 g | |
| Protein | 0.28 g | 1% |
| Potassium | 60 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 7.5 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 38 mg | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 88 µg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.53 mg | 4% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 167785Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fruits & juices median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Pears, rawDensity 37 vs 36Jackfruit, rawDensity 38 vs 36Bananas, rawDensity 45 vs 36Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
Mango nectar is a thick, sweet drink made by blending mango puree with water and a sweetener, since ripe mangoes are too fibrous to press into a clear juice the way apples or oranges can be. It has a smooth, slightly pulpy texture and a rounded tropical sweetness, and it is typically served chilled over ice, blended into a smoothie, or used as the fruity base for a mocktail or paletas mixture. It also works stirred into plain yogurt or drizzled lightly over pancakes for a tropical twist.
Canned mango nectar keeps well unopened in the pantry and should be refrigerated and used within about a week once opened, since it is a perishable product once exposed to air. At 51 calories and 12.4 grams of sugar per 100 grams, it is a low-calorie way to add tropical flavor to a drink or dessert, and its 5 mg of sodium per 100 grams and 17% DV vitamin C make it a reasonably light choice among sweetened fruit drinks.
Frequently asked questions about mango nectar, canned
How many calories are in canned mango nectar?
Canned mango nectar has about 51 calories per 100 grams, or roughly 128 calories in a one-cup (251 g) serving.
Is mango nectar a good source of vitamin C?
Mango nectar provides about 17% of the Daily Value for vitamin C per 100 grams, a moderate contribution for a sweetened fruit drink.
Why is mango sold as nectar instead of juice?
Mangoes are too pulpy and fibrous to press into a clear juice, so the fruit is pureed and blended with water and sweetener to make a drinkable nectar instead.